Amphoriskos (Small Amphora)
Unknown Artist
50–100 CE
Medium
glass, mold-blown
Dimensions
h. 7.5 cm, d. 3.5 cm · diam. 2.5 cm
Classification
Glass
Department
Greek and Roman Art
Museum
Cleveland Museum of Art
Credit
General Income Fund
Accession Number
1919.12
About this artwork
First blown in a mold, then supplied with separately made handles, this small vessel likely held perfumed oil, a valuable commodity. Originally violet in color, its surface is now partially marred by areas of buff and iridescent weathering. The finely ribbed body is quite elegant, however, and its extravagant modern box attests to its significant value for a modern owner (prior to 1919).